Part-time contract work on an "as needed" basis.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Audiologist to join our team at the ESC of Lake Erie West. In this full-time position, you will play a crucial role in assessing and treating Deaf/Hard of Hearing students. The Audiologist works as an active team member in the programs and services for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students. Deaf/Hard of Hearing students in organized Deaf/Hard of Hearing programs or mainstreamed into general education classrooms may receive audiometric evaluations, appropriate central auditory processing testing, and recommendations regarding appropriate hearing aids, hearing assistive technology (HAT) and/or DM systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

Doctoral Degree or Master’s Degree in Audiology
Current licensure through the Ohio Speech and Hearing Board
Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Service Registration or ability to attain registration
Experience in pediatric audiology preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assess auditory status and amplification needs of children – including, but not limited to, diagnostic audiograms, immittance measures, otoacoustic emissions, central auditory processing testing, and functional listening evaluations; as well as ordering/fitting hearing aids and DM systems using real-ear measurements and best practice
Oversee district-owned equipment for service and maintenance, and keep records of serial numbers and assignments
Provide in-services, group and individual, to teachers and support personnel regarding classroom accommodations and equipment use at school
Educate and communicate with parents regarding audiological information and student needs
Identify and utilize resources for diagnostic audiological evaluations, otological services, and provision of amplification equipment for individual children
Make appropriate recommendations, accommodations, or suggest changes for educational programming for children with hearing needs
Collect and report data and documentation on students and programs to be used in the continued development of the educational audiology program
Assist in the arrangements of yearly calibration checks and/or repair of audiometric equipment
Assess and identify difficulties of referred students with suspected disabilities through non-discriminatory, diagnostic procedures
Interpret assessment information to teachers, students, and parents
Acts as resource person for classroom teachers regarding strategies, adaptations, and resource materials
Maintain accurate and complete student records; prepare and submit all required reports

SALARY

Based on salary schedule and/or commensurate with experience and education

See attached job description for full position details.

Audiologist (PT/Contract Work)